Chapter 71

The next morning, when Lyman woke up, Effie was already in the kitchen, finishing up breakfast.

She glanced over as he stepped out, offering him a warm smile. "Come have something to eat. You drank a bit too much last night, so I made you some soup this morning. It's easy on the stomach."

Lyman couldn't help but smile back. "I'm sorry to trouble you."

"It's no trouble at all." Effie ladled a bowl of the creamy soup and set it in front of him.

Lyman looked down at the simple meal. The soup was thick and velvety, clearly simmered for a long time. A sudden wave of gratitude rose in his chest.

He sat down and began to eat, his movements graceful and composed.

To go with the soup, Effie had also prepared some crisp pickled cucumbers and fried eggs.

Lyman ate with genuine enjoyment, every bite bringing a little comfort. Seeing this, Effie finally relaxed.

breakfast was done, Lyman spoke up. "Let the driver take you to the office today. I

blinked in surprise at first, then quickly recovered. "It's fine, I

Lyman replied. “Luther will pick me up

few quick instructions, packed a

to the office and officially started her first day

assigned her a young assistant, Shirley. "Ms. Bagnold, if you have any questions, feel

ahead with your work-I'll check

heads sent assignments by

replied before heading

dove into her

phone rang. Shepard's name flashed on

she knew her

is it?"

your enemy," Shepard said,

a father's affection," she shot back, in no mood

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